Tucks

I know, I know. Two "medical" reviews in one day! :) This one may be TMI for you... if so, just click away. :)

Mom Central recently sent me an email regarding Tucks products that I would like to share with you.

"Carrying a baby proves one of the most amazing feats a woman's body can perform, but seeing your body beautifully transformed sometimes comes with rather unpleasant side
effects. It's nothing you'd ever want to talk about but, let's face it, hemorrhoids can become a nightmare for women during pregnancy – and beyond. Many of us have had to deal with the uncomfortable symptoms they bring – pain, burning, itching – fortunately, hemorrhoids aren't serious but you'll most likely need to treat them.
I find it much easier to research treatments for a sensitive subject like this before you walk into a crowded store – filled, of course, with your teenage babysitter, your husband's office manager, and the guy down the street – and are faced with having to make a decision at the shelf.

For Moms who experience hemorrhoids, Tucks brand medicated products provide an effective and soothing relief. Tucks Hemorrhoidal Ointment, Hydrocortisone Anti-Itch Ointment and Medicated Pads can help with the discomfort, burning, itching and other side effects that hemorrhoids bring with them. Tucks also has a line of Take Alongs, medicated towelettes that give you a convenient way to treat hemorrhoid symptoms on the go. I know the best place to get help is from other moms who are willing to share all that they know."

First, I have to say that I'm one of the lucky ones. I don't actually have hemorrhoids. Yet. We'll see if I survive this pregnancy without them... But I do love Tucks medicated pads. I was given these in the hospital after I had an episiotomy with Bo and they were lifesavers (just as a sidenote -- Bo was nearly 9 lbs!). I have a very high pain tolerance but these were great for the episoitomy pain and I feel like they helped with healing as well. I went through a TON of these during those first few weeks after Bo was born.

This is my public service announcement for the day -- you don't actually have to have hemorrhoids to use Tucks. They are great after child birth. And it's quite amusing to send your husband and in-laws out to buy more of them shortly after you've given birth. ;)